Technical Project Manager – Sports Facilities and Infrastructure
£42,000 - £50,000 per annum dependant on relevant skills and experience.
Location – Home-based with regular travel across a designated region and to our office as required
We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most.
As a Technical Project Manager, you'll lead the technical delivery of a portfolio of capital sports infrastructure projects, supporting applicants from the earliest design stages through procurement, construction and project completion.
Managing an annual portfolio of projects, you'll work closely with local authorities, football clubs, schools, consultants and contractors to ensure facilities are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest technical standards. You'll also provide expert technical advice to support funding decisions, undertake site inspections, assess construction risks, oversee grant payments and help protect the Foundation's investment.
This is an autonomous, varied role that combines technical expertise with relationship management and project leadership.
About the Football Foundation
Over the last 25 years, the Foundation has awarded more than 75,000 grants worth more than £1.3 billion to deliver the grassroots facilities that every community across the country needs and deserves.
As the biggest sport charity in the country, we’re a unique partnership between key football partners with a shared goal – ensuring every community in England has a great place to play.
We’re incredibly proud of the difference we’ve made to grassroots sport up and down the country since we started our journey, but we’re not slowing down any time soon.
What are we looking for?
We're looking for someone with experience of delivering construction projects from inception through to completion, who enjoys working collaboratively and solving complex technical challenges.
You'll have a degree, professional qualification or equivalent experience in a construction-related discipline, together with experience managing construction or capital projects from design through to completion. You'll possess excellent project management and communication skills, along with a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use. Experience of sports facilities, community infrastructure or sustainable construction would be beneficial, but is not essential.
For full details of the role and requirements, please download our recruitment pack below.
What can we offer you?
The salary band for this role is £42,000 - £50,000 per annum, dependant on relevant skills and experience.
You will be entitled to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. The Foundation also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free healthcare provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit free match tickets and access to selected events at Wembley
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Should you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, whether at the application or interview stage, please contact us. We will discuss your needs and give consideration to any reasonable adjustments requested.
The closing date for applications is: 9 August 2026 at midnight.
Virtual interviews will be 17/18 August, with in-person interviews held 26 August at Wembley Stadium.
We appreciate the time and effort that every applicant invests in applying to join us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted for interview. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.
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Project Manager – Building Maintenance & Major Works
We're working exclusively with a well-established, values-driven housing association that owns and manages thousands of homes across the UK. Due to continued investment in its housing stock and building safety programme, they're looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to deliver a diverse portfolio of major works and building maintenance projects.
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of technically challenging projects that genuinely improve residents' homes and communities. You'll lead the delivery of defect-led and reactive major works, oversee specialist building safety projects and work alongside senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
The Role
You'll manage a varied programme of projects, including:
Building defect and rectification works
Major maintenance and refurbishment projects
Balcony replacement programmes
Structural repair projects
Building safety improvement works
Overheating mitigation and "Hot Homes" initiatives
Other specialist projects across an existing residential portfolio
From initial investigation through to completion, you'll coordinate surveys, manage contractors and consultants, monitor budgets and programmes, mitigate risks and ensure full compliance with current legislation and organisational standards.
You'll also play a key role in resident engagement, providing clear communication throughout the project lifecycle while maintaining accurate project records and audit trails.
What You'll Be Doing
Deliver complex major works and defect remediation projects from inception through to completion.
Manage contractors, consultants and specialist suppliers to achieve high-quality outcomes.
Coordinate technical investigations, surveys and condition assessments.
Monitor project budgets, programmes, risks and performance.
Ensure compliance with Building Safety legislation and industry best practice.
Build positive relationships with residents and internal stakeholders.
Produce project reports and maintain accurate documentation.
Drive continuous improvement across project delivery and contractor performance.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience delivering major works, building maintenance or refurbishment projects within social housing, housing associations, local authorities or ALMOs.
A strong understanding of building defects, asset management and building safety.
Experience managing contractors and consultants on occupied residential properties.
Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.
Knowledge of compliance, health & safety and construction legislation.
The ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
A customer-focused approach and genuine commitment to improving residents' homes.
Why Apply?
Join a respected housing provider with a strong social purpose.
Manage meaningful projects that directly improve residents' lives.
Hybrid and flexible working.
Diverse, technically interesting project portfolio.
Supportive leadership team with genuine opportunities for professional development.
Excellent benefits package and long-term career progression.
If you're an experienced Project Manager with a background in social housing, major works or building maintenance and you're looking for an opportunity where your work will make a real difference, get in touch on the contacts below.
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Thank you!
Project Manager – Building Maintenance & Major Works
We're working exclusively with a well-established, values-driven housing association that owns and manages thousands of homes across the UK. Due to continued investment in its housing stock and building safety programme, they're looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to deliver a diverse portfolio of major works and building maintenance projects.
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of technically challenging projects that genuinely improve residents' homes and communities. You'll lead the delivery of defect-led and reactive major works, oversee specialist building safety projects and work alongside senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
The Role
You'll manage a varied programme of projects, including:
Building defect and rectification works
Major maintenance and refurbishment projects
Balcony replacement programmes
Structural repair projects
Building safety improvement works
Overheating mitigation and "Hot Homes" initiatives
Other specialist projects across an existing residential portfolio
From initial investigation through to completion, you'll coordinate surveys, manage contractors and consultants, monitor budgets and programmes, mitigate risks and ensure full compliance with current legislation and organisational standards.
You'll also play a key role in resident engagement, providing clear communication throughout the project lifecycle while maintaining accurate project records and audit trails.
What You'll Be Doing
Deliver complex major works and defect remediation projects from inception through to completion.
Manage contractors, consultants and specialist suppliers to achieve high-quality outcomes.
Coordinate technical investigations, surveys and condition assessments.
Monitor project budgets, programmes, risks and performance.
Ensure compliance with Building Safety legislation and industry best practice.
Build positive relationships with residents and internal stakeholders.
Produce project reports and maintain accurate documentation.
Drive continuous improvement across project delivery and contractor performance.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience delivering major works, building maintenance or refurbishment projects within social housing, housing associations, local authorities or ALMOs.
A strong understanding of building defects, asset management and building safety.
Experience managing contractors and consultants on occupied residential properties.
Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.
Knowledge of compliance, health & safety and construction legislation.
The ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
A customer-focused approach and genuine commitment to improving residents' homes.
Why Apply?
Join a respected housing provider with a strong social purpose.
Manage meaningful projects that directly improve residents' lives.
Hybrid and flexible working.
Diverse, technically interesting project portfolio.
Supportive leadership team with genuine opportunities for professional development.
Excellent benefits package and long-term career progression.
If you're an experienced Project Manager with a background in social housing, major works or building maintenance and you're looking for an opportunity where your work will make a real difference, get in touch on the contacts below.
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